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The right food is the best medicine

I trained at the Plaskett College of Nutritional Medicine and passed my Diploma in Nutritional Therapeutics with distinction. Until recently I was registered with BANT but have decided to register with FNTP instead.I became a nutritional therapist because of problems of my own which doctors wrongly told me were unconnected with food. Candida Albicans, food intolerance, constipation, headaches and an under active thyroid blighted my life for years until I took my health in to my own hands. I made an extensive study of candida and successfully brought it under control. I also treated my thyroid problem without standard medication and made simple changes to my diet. My bowel functions properly every day and I can't remember the last time I had a headache ! My energy has returned and I have been playing tennis, Gig rowing and am just about to take up racket ball again. Not bad for some one of my years !

Many patients come to me with digestive disorders and sluggish bowels. Their condition has frequently been made worse by advice to eat more fibre. Many years ago I too was told by my GP to eat bran to relieve constipation. Unfortunately this advice nearly put me in hospital as it just made everything a whole lot worse ! There is a place for "fibre" in a healthy diet but precisely which type can make the difference between normal, regular bowel movements and a life of constipation misery.﻿ Without the right friendly flora, fibre will just make the problem worse.

Good bacteria = good health and a strong immune system.

Unhealthy bacteria = untold health misery.

The gut plays host to many types of bacteria, many of which are the primary reason behind a diverse range of illness. These can outnumber the friendly ones, especially after antibiotics or other medication and then have devastating results ranging from mild digestive disturbance to autism and psychotic illness.

As a Naturopath I aim to treat the whole person. Many people come to me with a labelled condition and are surprised when I tell themthis is just a pointerin the right direction and not necessarily the focal point of their problems. For example: a young lady came complaining of extreme nausea and believed the cause of her problem lay in her stomach. In fact, after careful and extensive discussion, I showed her the seat of her illness lay in her liver. After a few weeks, a change of diet and some liver support, the nausea vanished and the patient regained her normal weight and was able to give up the anti depressants which were contributing to her symptoms !

My approach is based on choosing the right food rather than a costly supplement programme alone. Bioavailable supplements may be advised in the short term, but the emphasis is always on achieving good health by finding the right food for you.

I am passionate about my work and spend much of my time keeping up with current research. Nutrition is an exciting science and new discoveries are happening all the time "Today's phyto-nutrients will be tomorrow's vitamins."

I have over 18 years experience.

I am very privileged to be in touch with several world famous Doctors,especially in the field of cancer and nutritional medicine . I can contact them for advice or refer clients on for more specific help with a medical condition. For example, Dr Patrick Kingsley (sadly now deceased) and Dr Nyjon Eccles ( both experts in Nutritional Medicine) have been regular guest speakers at Juice Plus events and talks I organise in Devon.

I believe integrated medicine ﻿is the way forward and work closely with Chiropractors, Homeopaths and other health professionals to restore balance and harmony. Good Nutrition is the foundation from which all other healing can build on.﻿​ If you are on conventional medication, I can still help you to achieve optimum health.It is a little known fact that medication can deplete your body of specific nutrients and worsen nutrient deficiencies. for example: Antibiotics: healthy gut bacteria, B vitamins, vitamin K, biotin.Prozac and other anti depressants : melatoninCorticosteroid drugs for inflammation: most minerals like magnesium, potassium, selenium & zinc, B vitamins, vitamin C, DHEA, vitamin D, melatonin, proteins and amino acids. Statins: CoQ10

Let's take a look at statins. These drugs are prescribed to reduce cholesterol which is still (wrongly in my opinion) being touted as a major cause of heart disease. Yet statins deplete natural Co enzyme Q10 which is essential for a healthy functioning heart !!! Very few patients are given CoQ10 as well.

The point here is that if you consider taking any kind of medication, YOU need to research what nutrients will be robbed from your body -- and get more of them through your diet or a professional quality supplement if needed. and that is where I can help you.​We all have completely unique nutritional requirements. Many allergies and food intolerance are aggravated by common foods which can impact heavily on our health and well being. Nutritional therapy helps identify these.

Patients are often surprised how much better they feel when they make very simple changes to their food choices.

There is nothing to fear. You will not be expected to survive on brown rice and lettuce ! Food can still be healthy and enjoyable. It is just about finding out what suits you and what is best avoided or reduced. Good health is about balance and harmony. The right food is the best medicine.

I am also a Foresight Pre-conceptual Care Practitioner. Foresight has a 68% success rate with infertility, even sometimes after IVF failure. Both parents play an important part in conception. Making a baby is a bit like making a cake. You need the right ingredients !

Rainbow Cancer Support. I have made an extensive study of nutrition and cancer and help people optimise their nutritional requirements. Cancer patients have significant nutritional needs.Supporting your immune system with correct nutrition is fundamental. Certain foods actually fuel cancerso these must be eliminated urgently.The right food can make a big difference and can also help you cope with the side effects of standard treatment.(for more information please go to the Rainbow Cancer Support page) Cancer is one battle you want to win !

Rainbow Cancer Support aims to help both patients and their family through this very difficult time.

I am also available for talks and lectures and regularly speak at South West Health & Wellbeing events in Ashburton, Exeter,Tiverton, Torquay and South Molton.